Mi-17 Hip-H vs OH-6 Cayuse

Overview

The Mi-17 Hip-H and the OH-6 Cayuse are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Mil and Hughes Helicopters respectively.

Top speed is 250 km/h for the Mi-17 Hip-H vs 240 km/h for the OH-6 Cayuse. The Mi-17 Hip-H has an operational range of 800 km vs 610 km for the OH-6 Cayuse. The Mi-17 Hip-H operates at altitudes up to 6,000 m compared to 4,800 m for the OH-6 Cayuse. At 13,000 kg MTOW, the Mi-17 Hip-H is 11:1 the OH-6 Cayuse's 1,225 kg.

The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in 12,000 units vs 1,422 for the OH-6 Cayuse. The OH-6 Cayuse first flew 12 years before the Mi-17 Hip-H (1963 vs 1975).

Soviet transport helicopter, prominently deployed during Afghan War, globally used for cargo, troop transport, and rescue missions.
Mil Mi-17 Hip-H Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ Ex-USSR
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Mil
First flight 1 January 1975
Year introduced 1977
Number produced 12000 units
Average unit price $15 million
American light observation helicopter, introduced in the mid-1960s, designed for personnel transport, escort, and observation missions.
Hughes Helicopters OH-6 Cayuse Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Hughes Helicopters
First flight 27 February 1963
Year introduced 1966
Number produced 1422 units
Average unit price --
Wing area -- mΒ²
Wingspan 21.3 m β—‰
Height 4.8 m β—‰
Length 18.5 m β—‰
Maximum speed 250 km/h β—‰
Operational range 800 km β—‰
Service ceiling 6,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 13,000 kg β—‰
Empty weight 7,489 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 746 kW β—‰
Wing area 50.6 mΒ²
Wingspan 8.0 m β—‰
Height 2.5 m β—‰
Length 9.2 m β—‰
Maximum speed 240 km/h β—‰
Operational range 610 km β—‰
Service ceiling 4,800 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,225 kg β—‰
Empty weight 557 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x 236 kW β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Mi-17 Hip-H or OH-6 Cayuse?
The Mi-17 Hip-H is faster with a maximum speed of 250 km/h compared to the OH-6 Cayuse's 240 km/h, a difference of 10 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mi-17 Hip-H or OH-6 Cayuse?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a longer range at 800 km compared to the OH-6 Cayuse's 610 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mi-17 Hip-H or OH-6 Cayuse?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher service ceiling at 6,000 meters (19,685 ft) compared to the OH-6 Cayuse's 4,800 meters (15,748 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mi-17 Hip-H or OH-6 Cayuse?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the OH-6 Cayuse's 1,225 kg.
Which is larger, the Mi-17 Hip-H or OH-6 Cayuse?
The Mi-17 Hip-H is longer at 18.5 meters compared to the OH-6 Cayuse's 9.2 meters.
Which entered service first, the Mi-17 Hip-H or OH-6 Cayuse?
The OH-6 Cayuse entered service first in 1966, 11 years before the Mi-17 Hip-H which entered service in 1977.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Mi-17 Hip-H or OH-6 Cayuse?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in greater numbers with 12,000 units compared to 1,422 units of the OH-6 Cayuse.